Welcome To The Town Of Sidney, Maine
2010 Census Population: 4,208 - Number of parcels: 1,900 - Taxable Acres: 30,000
Land Area: 31,014 - Bog/Swamp: 760
Sidney, a fast-growing, picturesque central Maine town of just over four thousand people, is located between Augusta and Waterville along the west side of the Kennebec River. Sidney was settled in the 1760's as part of Vassalboro and was incorporated as a town on January 30, 1792. The town was named for Sir Philip Sidney (1554-1586) who was English poet, courtier and soldier, and is remembered as one of the most prominent figures of the Elizabethan Age.
Once an agricultural community known especially for its production of hay and apples, Sidney is still home to working farms and retains its rural character. Sidney's original nineteen schoolhouses have been replaced by the highly respected James H. Bean Elementary School that is part of the Messalonskee School District. Bordered on the west by Messalonskee Lake, Sidney is a welcoming community that offers recreational opportunities, successful businesses, an excellent education for its children, and friendly neighbors!
Comprehensive Planning
The Town of Sidney is embarking on a 2-year Comprehensive Planning Process. This document will help guide the Town of Sidney for the next 12 years. Postcards are available at the town office. Please take one and mail it back to us, or fill it out at the counter and put it in the suggestion box. You can also submit your information online on our Comprehensive Planning Committee Page. We appreciate your contact info! We want as many residents of Sidney involved as possible!
Our next CHPC meeting will be Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020; 5:00pm; at the Snow Pond Center for the Arts. This will be a combined Heart & Soul/Comp. Planning Meeting. Come learn what both are about. A light dinner will be served. Thank you Snow Pond for the good eats!
Heat Fund Donations Being Accepted!
There are many residents that have come upon hard times and are in need of heating aid. These people are employed and they generally are not eligible for General Assistance. By the generosity of those in better circumstances these families can be helped by the Town of Sidney Heat Fund. In order to keep this fund available we are asking for your help in donating what you can. Please make the check out to Town of Sidney and mail to 2986 Middle Road, Sidney, ME 04330 or stop by the Town Office and drop off what you can. We thank you in advance for your generosity.
Upcoming Events
SCHOLARSHIP applications for 2020 are now available at the Sidney Town Office, James H Bean School, and Messalonskee High School. Applications are due by April 1, 2020.
FEBRUARY
Monday, February 17, 2020: The Sidney Town Office will be CLOSED in observance of Presidents' Day.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020: The Selectboard will hold a Board meeting at 6:30 pm.
The Code Enforcement Officer will be available, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
Saturday, February 22, 2020: Annual Sidney Budget Committee Meeting
Beginning at 9:00 am
Sidney Town Office, Planning Board Room, 2986 Middle Road, Sidney
MARCH
Tuesday, March 3, 2020: Presidential Primary and Special State Referendum Election
8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sidney Town Office, Planning Board Room, 2986 Middle Road, Sidney
**See the complete list of election information on our Election and Voting page: Click Here
Wednesday, March 4, 2020: RSU#18 Public Meeting
RE: Oakland Bus Garage Expansion and purchase of 5 acre piece of land
7:00 pm; Regular Board Meeting will begin after the Public Meeting
Messalonskee Middle School
NOTICE OF TAX SALE: The Town of Sidney is accepting bids for the purchase of the municipality's interest in tax acquired property.
Bids are due by 4:30 pm on Friday, March 6, 2020 and will be publicly opened at 7:00 pm on Monday, March 9, 2020.
**Information and documents are available on our Bid Notices page: Click Here
Friday, March 27, 2020: Town of Sidney Officials Election
12:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Sidney Town Office, 2986 Middle Road, Sidney
Saturday, March 28, 2020: Annual Town of Sidney Meeting
9:00 am
James H Bean School, 2896 Middle Road, Sidney